Alchemist Society Solstice Market by Alchemist Society, Enchanted Typewriter, & others

Join us for The Alchemist Society Solstice Market on June 20th from 12PM–4PM at 497 Springfield Street, Feeding Hills.
We’ll have a curated group of local vendors set up in tents outside the store, offering a variety of unique and handmade items. You can expect to find local authors, books, handmade jewelry, candles, and other one-of-a-kind creations.
This market is designed to feel a little different—highlighting small businesses and thoughtfully selected vendors you won’t typically come across all in one place.
Come by, take your time, and enjoy a relaxed afternoon celebrating the start of summer while supporting local ✨

Ticket: FREE Admission

An Evening with Kelly Andrew: The Gravewood Launch Party hosted by River Bend Bookshop and The Firestone Art Studio + Cafe

Step into the Gravewood with us on April 4th at The Firestone to celebrate the launch of Kelly Andrew’s highly anticipated darkly romantic fantasy, The Gravewood.

We’re thrilled to be the first stop on Kelly’s tour and to offer an exclusive pre-release launch of her book! Kelly Andrew will be joined in conversation by fellow author Taylor Grothe.

A Q+A will follow the talk with a signing featuring both authors.

Admission: $5.00 to $24.99 + taxes and fees, Tickets Here

Connecticut Fantasy Writers Collective Write-In hosted by Kaitrin Acuna, Rachel Patiño, Sam Traunfeld

Join the new Connecticut Fantasy Writers Collective for chats, new writing friends, and writing time! All levels welcome, from published authors to those considering getting started for the first time. No matter where you are on your writing journey, you are welcome here. This is a free event, but please RSVP so we know how many chairs to drag around the table!

11:30-1pm: Chatting inside the Velvet Mill (Tables next to Borough Bagel Co): 22 Bayview Ave, Stonington, CT 06378
1:30pm on: Writing at the Noank Library: 40 Library St, Mystic, CT 06355

Admission: FREE

Author Event with Felicia Day for THE LOST DAUGHTER OF SPARTA

hosted by An Unlikely Story, Felicia Day in conversation with Jenny Howe

Actress and New York Times bestselling author Felicia Day joins us to discuss her debut graphic novel, The Lost Daughter of Sparta, a feminist tale about the lost mythical character of Philonoe—Helen of Troy’s sister. Her remarkable but overlooked life is finally revealed in this clever and engaging graphic novel that is perfect for fans of The Palace of Eros and Lore Olympus.

Tickets: $29.75 & includes a copy of THE LOST DAUGHTER OF SPARTA - HERE!

Author Talk and Signing with Kamilah Cole by River Bend Bookshop

Join us for an evening with bestselling author, Kamilah Cole, featuring her new dark academia release, An Arcane Inheritance!

Kamilah will be accompanied by NYT Bestselling author, Kelly Andrew for a discussion about An Arcane Inheritance and all things dark academia! The discussion will be followed by a Q&A and signing with the authors. General admission includes a deluxe edition copy of An Arcane Inheritance.

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$18.99 per person + taxes and ticket fees (total 20.93) - Tickets Here!
Fee includes Deluxe Copy of the featured title, An Arcane Inheritance

Location: River Bend Bookshop, 2400 Main Street, Glastonbury CT